The Connecting Communities Through Transit Planning Act expands and strengthens a federal grant program that helps communities plan for transit-oriented development—the creation of housing and commercial spaces near public transportation hubs. The bill broadens what types of transit projects qualify for planning grants, now including bus rapid transit corridors and improvements to existing rail systems, and significantly expands what "planning" covers to include site evaluation, design work, utility coordination, and other predevelopment activities needed before construction begins. A new requirement ensures that planning grants prioritize accessibility for people with disabilities, seniors, veterans, and other transit-dependent populations. The legislation authorizes $75 million annually from 2027 through 2031 to fund these planning grants, supporting communities across the country as they prepare transit-oriented development projects.
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